Discovering Coastal Cuisine and Contemporary Dishes at Disney Parks, Experiences and Products
Are you curious about how Disney creates the unforgettable culinary experiences that take guests on a journey? From the theme parks to the resort hotels, culinary cast members at Disney Parks, Experiences and Products are setting the bar for imaginative and immersive dining experiences that honor classic dishes while inspiring future generations of foodies and chefs. Keep reading to learn more about the signature restaurants at Walt Disney World and the talented culinary teams behind them.
Celebrating Coastal Cuisine at Narcoossee’s – Reopening April 1!
Narcoossosee’s restaurant at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has been a guest favorite for years, thanks to its waterfront views of Magic Kingdom Park and its sophisticated seafood dishes. When it reopens on April 1, guests will be welcomed into a space designed to celebrate coastal cuisine with soft blue and green details and hand-painted artwork that takes guests on a journey from land to sea.
Leading the culinary team of Narcoossee’s is Chef Noah Estabrook, who began his Disney journey fresh out of culinary school. Over the years, he’s worked his way up through every culinary role at Disney Resort hotels, and is now excited to debut the restaurant’s new menu. Taking inspiration from flavors that are local to Florida and the southeastern coast, the menu will feature fresh seafood dishes that are both approachable and artful.
One of the stand-out items guests can look forward to trying is the Ocean-Inspired Charcuterie Board, a unique take on a classic with ahi tuna pastrami, charred octopus and house-made sausage from the sea. For something more familiar, try the shrimp and grits, which are a nod to Chef Noah’s early cooking days working in his first kitchens in Charleston, South Carolina.
Creating Contemporary Dishes at California Grill
Across Seven Seas Lagoon at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, Chef de Cuisine Matthew Birch and his culinary team at California Grill are preparing to debut a new 3-course selection menu featuring contemporary, market-inspired cuisine beginning April 1.
Chef Matthew started his Disney career as a culinary program participant, later working his way up through various roles across Walt Disney World before stepping into his current role as Chef de Cuisine at California Grill. With its own panoramic views of Magic Kingdom Park and its fresh takes on Californian cooking, California Grill is beloved by guests both new and returning.
Guests can look forward to trying dishes such as the Ocean-Inspired Charcuterie Board and the shrimp and grits, along with other items that have been created by the cast members for a truly unique dining experience.
Book Your Reservation Today!
To book reservations at either of these iconic signature fine dining venues, go to My Disney Experience and click on ‘Make Dining Reservations.’ Please note, because they are still putting finishing touches on Narcoossee’s, there may be select days in May and June where reservations are unavailable for this venue.
We look forward to welcoming you to these exceptional fine dining experiences soon. Bon Appétit!
Source: https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/
